Near FAQs

Question 1

What is Near?

Accepted Answer

Near enables Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI agents to securely interact with the NEAR blockchain. It provides tools for account management, transaction signing, and smart contract execution.

Question 2

Is Near secure?

Accepted Answer

Near is designed to be run locally, storing private keys in a local keystore. The `import_account` tool requires users to provide private keys to the model, so exercise caution when using this feature.

Question 3

How does Near integrate with AI models?

Accepted Answer

Near implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing AI assistants to manage NEAR accounts, check balances, sign transactions, create accounts, and inspect/execute smart contracts.

Question 4

How do I install Near?

Accepted Answer

You can install Near using npm globally or directly with npx. It's also compatible with MCP-compatible services like Claude and Goose, with installation instructions available in the documentation.

Question 5

What are the main features of Near?

Accepted Answer

Key features include NEAR account management on behalf of users, balance and status checks, transaction signing and sending, account creation and access key management, and smart contract inspection and execution.

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